Washington Retail Association
OLYMPIA, WA
Total revenue
$1.4M
Total expenses
$1.5M
Net assets
$2.5M
Grants received
—
EIN
911376551
Tax year
2023
Mission
To represent the legislative, regulatory and political interests of the retailing industry in the state of washington at the local, state and national level; to promote the orderly development and economic advancement of washington retailing and the state as a whole; to stimulate and enhance competitive enterprise with community responsibility; to provide programs of service and action in promoting the common interests of members; and to secure cooperation with and among other organizations in the furtherance of those objectives.
Programs
2 programs
Member services the retail industry is changing but our dedication to perfecting our members experience never will. Retail association services, a subsidiary of washington retail association offers companies the ultimate "boutique experience" of services.whether it be advocating locally, statewide or nationally for members or actively pursuing services that enhance their businesses, we are the association that understands not only the industry, but also the unique individual qualities of large and small companies in washington state. Retailers representing all categories and sizes recognize the value of combining resources and ideas knowing that a strong association could achieve goals no single business could accomplish individually.wra is the only organization that looks at every legislative bill and state agency regulation proposed, year-round from an exclusively retail perspective.today the association is recognized by merchants, legislators, state officials and other trade groups as a powerful and effective spokesperson for the retail industry.retail association services offers one of the few ways in washington state that employers can recoup some of the dollars paid in workers compensation premiums.our very successful group retrospective rating (retro) program offers members a financial incentive by providing a safe work environment and reducing work place injuries. We protect and save companies money and risk by implementing our aggressive pro-active claims management system, early return to work programs, loss analysis/risk assessments, and robust safety training programs. We have a proven record of success and offer our membership a financially sound program.
We continue to evolve update our services to correspond with the ever-changing needs of the retail industry. Our goal is to help companies be successful and increase profits. We offer members consultations and advice related to workforce issues. We have an hr expert on staff ready to assist and answer questions regarding rules and regulations in washington state.we are a value-based organization and continue to build upon our 30-year reputation of trust and transparency. We pride ourselves on the flexibility, expertise and commitment to excellence our members have come to count on.
Financials
FY 2023
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People
21 listed
RENEE SUNDE
PRESIDENT/CEO
$223K
40 hrs/wk
OPIO DUPREE
VICECHAIR
—
1 hrs/wk
ROB JENSEN
TREASURER
—
1 hrs/wk
ERIC DOUGLAS
CHAIR, GOVT AFFAIRS
—
1 hrs/wk
CHAUNCEY RICE
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
KRISTA BECK
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
SEAN BROWNLEE
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
KARIN HOLT
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
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1 hrs/wk
LYNNETTE FRANK
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
BLAKE GARFIELD
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
MARISA WULFF
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
RUTHANN GOULARTE
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
DEBORAH HERRON
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
JERRY IRWIN
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
JENNIFER KURRIE
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
LISETTE TORRES
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
NAVDEEP SINGH
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
ANDY RYDER
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
BRENDA SNYDER
BOARD OF DIRECTOR
—
1 hrs/wk
ALESHA SHEMWELL
CHAIR
—
1 hrs/wk
MARK JOHNSON
VICE PRESIDENT
$168K
40 hrs/wk